Definition of "non-enzymatic" [non-enzymatic]

• That is not catalyzed by an enzyme. (adjective)

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• "This is therefore a second example in which an enzyme uses the non-enzymatic product of a previous step as its substrate."
• "It is non-enzymatic, meaning it is not like when you cut an apple and leave it out; nothing is reacting to oxygen here – it all happens under heat."
• "Maillard reaction and caramelisation are both non-enzymatic browning."